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Alexandrite and Augelite Physical Properties


Augelite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81   
2.70-2.75   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.   
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.   

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4   
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Alexandrite and Augelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alexandrite and Augelite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Alexandrite and Augelite chemical formula.

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Alexandrite and Augelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alexandrite and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alexandrite and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alexandrite is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.

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